The SupplyChainBrain Podcast

The global trading system is in a state of chaos. Will American manufacturing benefit from it?

Dikembe Mutombo was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and came to the U.S. — despite an initial ambition to attend medical school — to play basketball in the NBA.

Jack Freeman, a partner at PeakScan Capital, dives into the rapid changes facing physical retail due to technology. He discusses how e-commerce is evolving, emphasizing the need for personalization to enhance the customer experience. The conversation explores the growing importance of niche markets and social media's influence on shopping habits. Freeman also highlights the challenges of logistics and product returns in the digital age, offering insights into how brick-and-mortar stores can adapt to survive amidst the e-commerce revolution.

When it comes to effective cybersecurity, manufacturers are way behind the curve.

Robots are proving to be a boon to autonomous operations in the distribution yard — but the quest for the “perfect” robot is a futile one.

Just about every logistics operation can benefit from modern-day automation. But how do they go about selecting the right vendor and the right systems?

There are a number of scenarios in which freight consolidation makes sense. But getting the most out of the exercise can be tricky.

How do we increase career opportunities for women in engineering and supply chain positions?

What kind of industrial policy should the U.S. adopt in the post-free trade era? Second of a two-part discussion.

Mark Fastow, co-author of "Industrial Policy for the United States" and a global trade expert, argues for a fundamental shift in U.S. industrial policy. He highlights the urgent need to prioritize advanced technologies like robotics over military spending. Fastow emphasizes the struggles of U.S. manufacturing compared to competitors like China and Japan. He also discusses the complexities of currency valuation and its impact on trade balances, calling for a reevaluation of current trade policies to better align with evolving global dynamics.